Buyer II at Air Squared Manufacturing, LLC

Thornton, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Dec, 25

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

26 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing, Supplier Management, Negotiation, ERP Systems, MRP, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Contracting Skills, Excel, Power BI, Collaboration, Communication, Cost Savings, Research

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Company: Air Squared Title of Position: Buyer II Position Type: Full-time; Exempt Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. is an OEM manufacturer of scroll type compressors, vacuum pumps and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell and power generation industries. Air Squared offers exciting career opportunities working on projects including NASA MOXIE, Leading Electric and Autonomous Vehicle OEM, DOE Clean Energy initiatives ranging from nuclear fusion and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-e), and other cutting-edge projects. We are looking for a Buyer II to be responsible for purchasing material, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Buyer II will support qualifying suppliers, evaluating terms, and negotiating pricing for purchased goods and services and improving supplier performance. Pay Range: $65,000 – 80,000 / year, based on qualifications and experience Company Benefits include: · Health Insurance through Cigna (optional HSA plan with $10 per pay period matching) · Dental and Vision insurance · Long Term Disability Insurance, paid by employer · Group and voluntary life insurance · 401K Retirement Plan · Safety shoe allowance · 3-weeks PTO accrual and paid holidays · Parental Leave · Educational reimbursement Company Perks include: · Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis · Company Summer picnic for employees and their families · Department activities budget · Company Happy Hours, Trivia night and more · Casual dress code · Flexible 9/80 work schedule · Employee Referral Program · Employee Recognition Awards · Tuition reimbursement Buyer II Job Responsibilities: Submit requests for quotes (RFQs), generate and maintain purchase orders (POs) for goods and services for tactical and strategic suppliers Manage supplier delivery schedules and ensure MRP information is current and accurate Identify cost savings opportunities Maintain relationships with and improve the performance of current suppliers Lead business reviews with suppliers to review KPIs and discuss other topics Monitor and maintain safety stock levels, minimum/maximum inventory levels and reorder points Coordinate with internal customers, including Logistics, A/P, SQE, Operations, etc. to communicate and resolve quality, lead times, delivery, and/or other matters as they arise Coordinate RMA process with suppliers including logistics, ERP changes, status, and determining credits or replacements Collaborate with other departments and suppliers on Engineering Change Requests, drawing changes and other technical matters Assists in conducting research and analysis, including generating and presenting reports Potential for local and domestic travel to supplier locations as needed Perform other duties as assigned Buyer II Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or related field (preferred) or associate’s degree or minimum of 4-years’ experience in a sourcing and/or purchasing role (required) in an ISO certified manufacturing environment (preferred) Industry certification such as Institute for Supply Management CPSM (preferred) or Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS) CSCP. Highly proficient in utilizing ERP Systems (Global Shop – preferred) Demonstrates a high level of proficiency and self-sufficiency with MRP and other systems to be a resource for others Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and suppliers Negotiation and moderate contracting skills Strong PC and MS Office suite skills with intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Excel (required) Power BI experience (preferred) Action oriented - Proactively manage suppliers by creating or modifying POs to satisfy demand and general correspondence, streamline procurement, and resolve issues quickly. Manage and resolve delivery performance. Plans and aligns - Support the Factory by ensuring material is available in support of production schedules for complex items, internal and external secondary processes and manage inventory to Supply Chain goals using analysis and systems. Managing ambiguity - Make informed decisions despite uncertainty in supply, demand, and market conditions. Adapt to changing priorities, resolve disruptions, and find solutions with limited data. Collaborator - Work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth procurement and operations. Effective Communicator - Clearly convey expectations to suppliers, ensuring accurate orders, pricing, and delivery timelines. Coordinate with internal teams to align purchasing with business needs and quickly address issues. Employment with Air Squared is contingent on passing a statewide background check, drug screening (for substances illegal in the state of Colorado), and employment verification through E-Verify Location: Thornton, Colorado How to Apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/1078af34-40eb-4989-83a3-3a2138324f69/Air-Squared-Manufacturing-Inc%20 Pay Range: $65,000 - $80,000 / year, based on qualifications and experience For information on Air Squared, visit our website at https://airsquared.com/ If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Air Squared, please email Careers@airsquared.com or call (303) 466-2669. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. Air Squared is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination| E-Verify | Right to Work EEO is the Law: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf EEO is the law Supplement: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination:- https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf E-Verify poster: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf Right to Work: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf PM21

Responsibilities

The Buyer II will be responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, and services at favorable terms for the organization. This role includes managing supplier delivery schedules, maintaining relationships with suppliers, and identifying cost savings opportunities.